1990 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Commodore | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Commodore | Solstice |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |